[RBW] Re: Clem vs Appaloosa ride comparison

El Sapo: My 51 Appa has fat 650b tires and I totally agree, it's a wonderful way to ride. The 52 Clem I rode at RBW with similar wheels was great, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Clem vs Appaloosa ride comparison

That's an interesting perspective, Al. Regardless of the similarity in ride/capability I experienced with both bikes, I would agree that Clem has more of a "bash about" personality, simply by nature of its semi-welded construction and lower price. In reality they can both do the same stuff, but

[RBW] Re: Blue Rambouillet 650b conversion complete! Rambouilleriot!!

Tim Gavin, that's a beautiful red color and looks great with the cream head tube!! What type of rear brake pads are you using? Are they Thinlines? Looks like you have the Paul Racer brake set? Also what kind of pads are using on the front brake? -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: WTT: SunTour Power Ratchet clamp on dt shifter pair for single, left side friction dt shifter, no clamp required

So you need a right side friction shifter? I might have one I'd trade with you as I actually need a pair of DT clamp on friction shifters. I'll know in the morning. On Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 4:42:45 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Thanks, Eric, but I'd need the right side shifter --

[RBW] Re: Clem vs Appaloosa ride comparison

I've ridden them both but I have a Clem, so I'm biased. They are different rides. The Joe felt like a road bike to me. Not a bad thing, just something that I'm not into anymore. I prefer the cushy fat tire ride and love the 650b wheels/tires on my Clem. After riding the Joe, I had them pull out

[RBW] Re: Clem vs Appaloosa ride comparison

I had the same curiosity and so ordered both. I found them both to be wonderful dream bikes, but in very different ways (apologies to Joe :-) The Clem says, "Let's go play! Let's ride off the curb, onto the dirt trail, then across town and explore on our way to pick up groceries. Then,

Re: [RBW] Re: What's the longest you have ridden on your Rivendell period?

Well, that certainly leaves me safe! But this: Our Paleolithic ancestors did lots of walking, with occasional sprints, but not extended running. They would run long enough to escape the

[RBW] Re: What's the longest you have ridden on your Rivendell period?

Several years before I owned a Rivendell I discovered that long hard days in the saddle just wasn't for me, that was also before I discovered Brook saddles and handlebars above the saddle, so discomfort was part of the experience. Of course no use trying for more now that I realize that long

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

If I were buying strictly road tires for my Hunqa, I would go with the https://www.compasscycle.com/shop/components/tires/700c/compass-700c-x-44-snoqualmie-pass/ tires mentioned above. I have been riding the Thunder Burt 2.1 lites tubeless, and they are also amazing on the road, but there is

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

I dont know how wide they measured but definitely felt pretty narrow, 41 seems OTM (on the money) On Monday, November 14, 2016 at 8:34:56 PM UTC-8, John G. wrote: > > I saw a fellow riding a Hunqapillar on Old River Road north of the George > Washington Bridge this weekend. He was moving at a

[RBW] Re: RBW Web Site

I placed an order on Sunday evening. Their new web store is much improved over the old one! Kudos to Riv for the upgrade. On Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 5:45:22 AM UTC-5, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > I still can't open the new web site. I get a message dated 11/7 telling > me it will be back

[RBW] Re: RBW Web Site

Thanks Howard! Problem solved. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: RBW Web Site

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[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

I have the Snoqualmie pass tires on my Appaloosa. Been riding them for a while now and they still measure 41mm on rims as narrow as velocity twin hollows and as wide as the stock wheels that came with the complete Appaloosa. They ride really nice though and feel bigger than they are when riding

Re: [RBW] Re: WTT: SunTour Power Ratchet clamp on dt shifter pair for single, left side friction dt shifter, no clamp required

Thanks, Eric, but I'd need the right side shifter -- this is for a S3X 3 speed hub. On Tue, Nov 15, 2016 at 3:39 PM, Eric Karnes wrote: > *they're > > stupid autocorrect. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: WTT: SunTour Power Ratchet clamp on dt shifter pair for single, left side friction dt shifter, no clamp required

*they're stupid autocorrect. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send

Re: [RBW] Re: WTT: SunTour Power Ratchet clamp on dt shifter pair for single, left side friction dt shifter, no clamp required

If you are looking for left side (fd), it is friction only. It's an older shifter set (late 80s), from the period when they were indexed or friction for the rear and friction only for the front. Anyhow, these are the model:

Re: [RBW] Re: Can you identify this crank?

That's it; many thanks. On Tue, Nov 15, 2016 at 3:22 PM, Garth wrote: > > Howz 'bout this : http://www.mtbr.com/cat/drivetrain/crankset/bontrager/ > race-x-lite-gxp/prd_366003_115crx.aspx > > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] S3X: trade for fixed/fixed hub? Riding it geared to 95-71-59

The lash, I just can't take the lash. I'm so used to feathering the pedals either to keep up and, so to speak, "coast" without adding torque, or to retard speed, and I can't do that with the S3X -- the cranks just rattle back and forth against the driver. It's hugely annoying. So, if anyone wants

[RBW] Re: Can you identify this crank?

Howz 'bout this : http://www.mtbr.com/cat/drivetrain/crankset/bontrager/race-x-lite-gxp/prd_366003_115crx.aspx -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

[RBW] Re: Blue Rambouillet 650b conversion complete! Rambouilleriot!!

*About the paint:* If I recall correctly, the original owner said he bought it from a Rivdealer in Virginia. He said that at that time, the frame's original fork was removed by the Rivdealer and given to another Rambouillet customer for a fork warranty issue on that person's Rambouillet. The

Re: [RBW] Re: WTT: SunTour Power Ratchet clamp on dt shifter pair for single, left side friction dt shifter, no clamp required

Eric -- thanks very much for the offer. I ought to have specified further that I'd like to get something that is friction only (or ratcheting), and not with the index stuff bulking out the pivot. I admit it, I'm superficial, I like shiny bits of metal. On Tue, Nov 15, 2016 at 12:06 PM, Eric

[RBW] Re: [BOB] Can you identify this crank?

Thanks. Will try looking under this rubric. On Tue, Nov 15, 2016 at 11:39 AM, Chris Cullum wrote: > From other similar cranks on eBay it looks like it's a "Race X Lite" MTB > crank. > > On Nov 15, 2016 10:26 AM, "Patrick Moore" wrote: > >> This is

[RBW] Re: [BOB] Re: Can you identify this crank?

Of course, but can anyone tell me the model and the year and perhaps the original cost? On Tue, Nov 15, 2016 at 2:51 PM, Ryan Fleming wrote: > Uhhh Bontrager ? and also has FSA stamped on it...so wouldn't FSA be the > maker ? I know about Keith Bontrager and know

[RBW] Re: Can you identify this crank?

Uhhh Bontrager ? and also has FSA stamped on it...so wouldn't FSA be the maker ? I know about Keith Bontrager and know he designed components in addition to frames...not sure what you're asking about, exactly On Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 12:26:15 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > This is

[RBW] Clem vs Appaloosa ride comparison

My experience is with a 46 Clem which I sold, and my current 51 Appaloosa. Honestly, I think you would have to really want to find differences in ride to find them: They both are commuter/touring/light-trail oriented designs with long stays, similar tubing diameters and canti/v-brake mounts.

[RBW] FS: Chainrings, BB, Headset, and Crankset

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[RBW] Re: Clem vs Appaloosa ride comparison

Your rendering in Bikecad on another post helped some. the Joe looks to be about 2 CM shorter (length) and possibly 1 cm shorter (standover). Does that sound about right? On Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 2:51:33 PM UTC-5, iamkeith wrote: > > I've been interested in the same question/answer, for

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

How wide did the Snoqs measure?.. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

[RBW] Clem vs Appaloosa ride comparison

I've been interested in the same question/answer, for the exact same sizes you list. For those responding with first-hand experience, please discuss handlebar choice. I suspect - but could be wrong - that the bosco bar is not a viable option for the appaloosa. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Blue Rambouillet 650b conversion complete! Rambouilleriot!!

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[RBW] Re: Want a San Marcos!

I bought a 51 once I read that they were going to be discontinued. An internet search brought up one NOS at a bike shop in CA. It was the older model but I preferred the color of the paint on that one anyway. I can tell you that a year ago it was getting hard to find a 51 in stock of any

[RBW] Clem vs Appaloosa ride comparison

Has anyone riden both? How do they compare & contrast? I have a 59cm Clem and I'm considering a 58 Joe. 91 PBH. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Road Standard - spreading the stays?

Do read the rest of the above link also, as it's noted the framebuilder must have a precision alignment table. I personally know of one in Ohio, Franklin frames, but do not know how common it is to have one, they are rather pricey I was told by Jack, the one man show @ Franklin. -- You

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Road Standard - spreading the stays?

Apparently, you can cold set 753, given the person has some experience in doing so. I ran across this (reply #57) ... http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/613041-126-130mm-should-i-have-framebuilder-cold-set-frame-3.html Ah, the misguided Reynolds 753 cold set myth. I say this to

Re: [RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

I agree; I love Thunder Burts. I have a set of 26 x 2.1" Liteskins on my '88 Schwinn KOM. The TBs feel about as fast as my Schwalbe Super Moto tires, which are about 95% as fast as the best supple tires I've ridden (Pari-Moto, GB Cerf, Lierre, Compass Stampede Pass). What makes the Thunder

[RBW] Re: WTT: SunTour Power Ratchet clamp on dt shifter pair for single, left side friction dt shifter, no clamp required

i have an old shimano. i think it's a 105, but i'll double check when i get home tonight. it's yours if you want to cover the shipping cost. On Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 1:16:06 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I need a shifter that fits on a standard boss. These SunTours require > their

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

I have the Compass Barlow Pass tires on my 54cm Hunq, and albatross bars. I love 'em! John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: [BOB] Can you identify this crank?

>From other similar cranks on eBay it looks like it's a "Race X Lite" MTB crank. On Nov 15, 2016 10:26 AM, "Patrick Moore" wrote: > This is the crank that is now on the Matthews, was on the Race Lite, and > that will be replaced with the Logic. I want to sell it, but

Re: [RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

Adam: can you tell us how wide the SPs actually measured? And, how wide the rims are? Thanks. On Tue, Nov 15, 2016 at 10:17 AM, adam leibow wrote: > i had the snoqualmie pass 44s on my hunq but they were way smaller than i > expected so i took them off instantly and went

[RBW] Re: RBW Web Site

Tim I had trouble on my iPhone till I deleted my old bookmark and shortcut. Navigated to RBW site and established new bookmark. Problem was solved. Howard Livonia Mi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Woolpower, DeVold, Wabi Woolens?..

i love my wabi woolens. all my cycling buddies love them too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

I was riding 50mm Marathon Supremes for the summer but put on some Schwalbe Thunderburts (29 x2.1) for the Fall and I am rather amazed at how efficient they feel on the roadthey almost feel better than the Supremes?! On Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 12:17:01 PM UTC-5, adam leibow wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

i had the snoqualmie pass 44s on my hunq but they were way smaller than i expected so i took them off instantly and went back to 55 big bens. it just felt inappropriate to have such a small tire on there, and i have a true road bike so i am not relegated to making a dirt touring bike into one.

[RBW] Re: Blue Rambouillet 650b conversion complete! Rambouilleriot!!

That's really nice...I like the cream lug-lining. What about cream fenders (SKS or something else). Those would look good , too , as would the Honjos (your bike). Anyway, really nice-looking...let us know how it rides! Plush I bet with those Compass tires On Monday, November 14, 2016 at

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

lately, ive not had time to ride on anything but pavement im also running schwalbe 50's. marathon supreme right now. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

[RBW] Re: Want a San Marcos!

Ashwath did you see my post on internetbob about BicycleClassics? They may have a 51cm frame left still On Monday, November 14, 2016 at 11:36:18 PM UTC-5, Ashwath Akirekadu wrote: > > Hello folks, > > Long time lurker, first time poster. Have much enjoyed the discussions > and pictures here.

[RBW] Re: RBW Web Site

ARRGHH! The site displays fine on a brand new work iPhone but not on my personal iPhone. I've deleted the history twice and restarted the phone. I still get the 404 message but it's within the site so you can navigate to the products but still... -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

I run Rat Trap Pass tires on my 26" hunq, alternating between that and some 2.1" smart sams. Mostly it's pavement this day with some trails mixed in. Albastache bars (which I've tried to replace with no less than 3 other bars and always go back to albastache - including dirt drops, jones, and

[RBW] Re: Woolpower, DeVold, Wabi Woolens?..

Och! I forgot to add that before my cotton conversion, I got DeVold from Rivendell and wore them exclusively. They lasted several years, not bad for all the biking I did in them. I also can't speak to how well cotton/ventile moisture management would work in a higher humidity place than

[RBW] Re: Blue Rambouillet 650b conversion complete! Rambouilleriot!!

Beautiful build! On Monday, November 14, 2016 at 10:58:29 PM UTC-6, lum gim fong wrote: > > See it here: https://www.flickr.com/gp/70237737@N00/K1b855 > > I originally had my Rambouillet set up as 700 x 28c. BB height of 26.5cm. > Still not enough fender clearance for my comfort level. > >

[RBW] Re: FS: 2014 52cm Surly Straggler - 700c wheels - Black - Very Good Condition (8/10)

Since I'm leaving the country on Sunday and need to have this sold, boxed and shipped by Saturday, I'm going start dropping the price by $50/day starting tomorrow. DM me if interested! On Monday, November 14, 2016 at 8:53:32 AM UTC-6, Max Bergen wrote: > > Moving out of the country and

Re: [RBW] Want a San Marcos!

Welcome to the list. And good luck finding a San Marcos. You do know that there is a statutory requirement that you post photos of any new build? Curious: why San Marcos in particular? The Ram might be an alternative worth considering, as certainly would be the Roadeo. (I've owned a Ram; I've not

[RBW] Re: FS: 2014 52cm Surly Straggler - 700c wheels - Black - Very Good Condition (8/10)

I'm leaving the country on Sunday and need to have this sold, boxed and shipped by Saturday, so I'm going to drop the price by $50/day starting tomorrow until Saturday! DM if you're interested :) On Monday, November 14, 2016 at 8:53:32 AM UTC-6, Max Bergen wrote: > > Moving out of the

[RBW] Re: Blue Rambouillet 650b conversion complete! Rambouilleriot!!

Very nice; beautiful bike! On Monday, November 14, 2016 at 11:58:29 PM UTC-5, lum gim fong wrote: > > See it here: https://www.flickr.com/gp/70237737@N00/K1b855 > > I originally had my Rambouillet set up as 700 x 28c. BB height of 26.5cm. > Still not enough fender clearance for my comfort

[RBW] Blue Rambouillet 650b conversion complete! Rambouilleriot!!

That's a nice looking bike. Has it been repainted? I don't think I've seen the cream outlining of the lugs before. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Road Standard - spreading the stays?

Jan sells the 120mm Grand Bois hubs, and 6-sp cassette to match. On Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 9:37:47 AM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I was mistaken. I just measured it, and it's 120 mm. But again, this was a > custom frame for fixed use only. > > On Mon, Nov 14, 2016 at 11:45 AM, Soon

[RBW] FS: 650b Grand Bois Cypres tire set

80$ shipped nationwide. Front -- Barely any tread wear. Almost like new. Rear - Center tread is just starting to wear. Sidewalls are great. A little dirty from some rain rides. See them here: https://www.flickr.com/gp/70237737@N00/J1551o Paypal please. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Blue Rambouillet 650b conversion complete! Rambouilleriot!!

Beautiful bike! I like my Romulus as a 650b and hope you will find the Rambouillet equally enjoyable! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Road Standard - spreading the stays?

I was mistaken. I just measured it, and it's 120 mm. But again, this was a custom frame for fixed use only. On Mon, Nov 14, 2016 at 11:45 AM, Soon Chung Lim wrote: > Patrick, did you spec the frame to be 126mm? > Grant liked to spec at 128 and 132.5 for versatility but a

Re: [RBW] Woolpower, DeVold, Wabi Woolens?..

I've not used Woolpower or DeVold, and my original issue Wabi jersey is a few years old, but the Wabi is hands down the best jersey I've used, and I've used many different brands. Thickish wool, quality seams, and I think they've fixed the problem of the too high rear pockets. I see that Wabi now

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

Go for the Schealbe Big Ones or, at the very least, Compass 700 x 44. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

My 48cm Hunqapillar has 26" tires. Most of my miles are commuting miles (Boston-area streets). I have Rat Trap Pass on it now-- fast tires on and off road. I probably run them with more pressure than Compass would recommend, but I've gotten more than a few pinch flats after hitting deep

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Road Standard - spreading the stays?

Matt- Mine is a '97 Road Standard (exact same lugs and fork crown as yours), and it fits 130 mm hubs without any jamming required. Mine had a 7s freewheel when I bought it, but on a 130 mm Phil FSA hub. Riv Catalog 3, current for my era of Road Standard, says 130 mm spacing for the rear. I

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

My mileage commuting is on pavement, but touring and recreational is split between Pavement, gravel and trails. I really like the 50 mm Big Ben's for everything. I only use the Hunq part of the time for commuting because it's one of two bikes I have with dyno lights. Marc -- You received

[RBW] Re: Woolpower, DeVold, Wabi Woolens?..

For me, the newest thing in wool is cotton. Grin. The key to warmth is moisture management. Once I got ventile as my outer layer, I now wear cotton as my inner layer (well, I still have wool for my mid-layer, but it will be replaced with cotton over time). If dealing with uber-cold (-20˚F),

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

Most of the miles I put on my Hunq are on pavement. I'm using Schwalbe Little Big Bens. They are 700x38 - I like 'em, they're okay on the pavement but work fine on gravel roads. The bike feels lively and I have plenty of room for fenders. On Monday, November 14, 2016 at 11:34:56 PM UTC-5, John

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

I have used Vittoria Hypers 40/38 on my Bomba , which I ride mostly on pavement, but I don't hesitate to ride it anywhere when I feel like it regardless of the tire. That'd be the minimum tire I'd ride with it, the Hypers also don't have alot of volume for their width. I've not ridden

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Road Standard - spreading the stays?

$15? - if you go through the cart and don't like the paypal invoice they send you, just ask to cancel the order. On Monday, November 14, 2016 at 8:18:39 PM UTC-6, lum gim fong wrote: > > What are the shipping costs like? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Blue Rambouillet 650b conversion complete! Rambouilleriot!!

Nicely done. I'm pleased to read that you only lost 5mm of BB height in the process, as I also have a blue ram. Your paint job appears to be in pristine condition. One suggestion, when you get around to a new rack, buy the longer stays and attach them to the drop outs rather than use a P

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

I'm running 50mm Schwalbes on mine also. On Monday, November 14, 2016 at 11:34:56 PM UTC-5, John G. wrote: > > I saw a fellow riding a Hunqapillar on Old River Road north of the George > Washington Bridge this weekend. He was moving at a decent clip. I pulled up > alongside him, mentioned I

[RBW] Re: Road Hunq?

John - Most of my riding is on pavement; depending on my commute, about four miles may also be on the packed clay and gravel of the local tow path. I started out with 50mm Schwalbs on my Hunqapillar; the ride was great, the gravel felt like pavement, the pavement felt like silk, etc.